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EX08 PKU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,330 mi
Last recorded39,330 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 PKU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 39,330 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 37,695 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 35,952 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 33,823 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 32,890 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,526 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 27,546 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 27,546 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2017 25,639 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 25,639 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 25,257 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 24,868 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 23,972 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 22,873 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,920 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 17,256 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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EX08 PKU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 47,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 PKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 PKU registered?

EX08 PKU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EX08 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 PKU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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